30 Jul 2024, 20:19
Gobstones and Giggles
Viv decided to go out into the courtyard. This wasn't something she found particularly entertaining or even satisfying, in fact, she had to dress heavy. She made sure to wear a full outfit with a long-sleeved tee, colored a deep black. Though it wouldn't be easily visible along with her matching, inky leggings. Completing the look was an oversized, dark hoodie with spider web patterns, to give her monochromatic fit a bit of flair of course. The black would offer sun-repellant and her naturally cold body would hopefully defend her from the heat of the hoodie. With a shake of her head, she internally grumbled If I'd have stayed in one more day, someone could've known. It was quite annoying having to watch out for these things, after so long, habits like spending most of her time inside or wearing windbreakers at the beach become normal, and she has to remember that everyone else doesn't do what she does... Enough moping.
And with that thought, she had to get her daily dose of fresh air and made her way to a nice spot with a fair bit of shade and a nice corner, and plopped down, taking in deep, soothing breaths. It looked quite placid, and with that thought in mind, she sat poised, her worries of the day beginning to go away with a draft of wind. What would she do in the meantime? She would figure it out eventually...it just...yawn...would take a minute to.... and with that, she drifted off, maybe the hoodie contributed, but her discomfort with the situation was resolved and in its place was a light doze.
@Tziporah Alonso
And with that thought, she had to get her daily dose of fresh air and made her way to a nice spot with a fair bit of shade and a nice corner, and plopped down, taking in deep, soothing breaths. It looked quite placid, and with that thought in mind, she sat poised, her worries of the day beginning to go away with a draft of wind. What would she do in the meantime? She would figure it out eventually...it just...yawn...would take a minute to.... and with that, she drifted off, maybe the hoodie contributed, but her discomfort with the situation was resolved and in its place was a light doze.
@Tziporah Alonso
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30 Jul 2024, 23:02
Gobstones and Giggles
setting. mid-september, 2024-2025 school year with. @viviana de sanis
She had planned on coming to the courtyard all week to challenge her brothers to a game, just like how they did back home. However, all three Alonso siblings' schedules had been a bit difficult to work around. Andreas, being in his sixth year, was much too focused on his schoolwork despite only being in school for a week, while Iason had been dealing with some issues within his friend group since the train ride. Tziporah hadn't been able to set aside some time either; her first few weeks of school had been exciting- filled with new classes, friends, and experiences.
Regardless of the cold weather, and the fact her brothers couldn't join her, she was glad she was able to get some fresh air. Her father always mentioned that cold air was good for your lungs, and with every breath Tziporah found herself missing his nonsensical wisdom more and more.
The courtyard was rather empty, as expected as even though it was a little chilly, it was a rather sunny day. Besides the occasional small, group of students passing by, the only other person Tziporah noticed spending time in the courtyard was a young girl. She looked about Tziporah's age, dressed in all black, shielded from the sun.
"Hello there," Tziporah cupped her empty hand around her mouth to amplify her voice. "Would you maybe be interested in playing gobstones?" She made her way a little closer to the girl sitting in the shade before she realized she was slumped sound asleep. Tziporah cringed, mentally scolding herself. Of course she'd been asleep, that's why she was alone in a shady, corner spot. How could you be so silly! Silently, Tziporah backed away, hoping the girl was a deep sleeper and wouldn't wake up.
stamina. 5 • evasion. 5 • strength. 3 • wisdom. 5 • arcane power. 4 • accuracy. 8
31 Jul 2024, 05:07
Gobstones and Giggles
Viviana wasn't aware of the new arrival to the courtyard as she slept. It was a dreamless sleep, as her mind was more focused on staying in the shadow and being as small as possible. Every once in a while, she would hear something happen, a bird landing a little way away, or a rustle in the leaves decorating the courtyard. But these things relaxed her, keeping her worries at bay as she tucked her legs in and drifted further into repose.
She seamlessly drifted into dreams, with the setting being a less detailed version of the courtyard, with the sounds around her entering her dream. Fidgeting and twitching, Viviana watched the world go by in her little world. The courtyard sort of morphed, with the surrounding area turning into her ideal environment, dark, sunless sky, with a light breeze. Warm air embraced her, like the tender hug of a loved one. Everything was placid, with Viviana's guard lowering, yet suddenly…
"Hello there." A voice broke through, yet it seemingly did not have origin, she looked around, her eyes darting side to side, the warm air suddenly turned cold, the sky was less dark, birds chirped, insects rattled and sung alongside. "Would you maybe be interested in playing gobstones?" This one woke Vi immediately, and she opened her eyes to now see the culprit, a girl, perhaps a first year? She seemed to have immediately regretted her decision because she was backing away.
Viviana had a wide eyed, yet groggy stare and as she looked at the girl ahead of her, rising from her corner Viviana stretched her arms above her head before settling her green eyes back on the student before her.
"You were the one that said something?" She inquired rather densely "No need to leave now, of course." Vivi sighed, it was time to get back into the grind, stifling a yawn, she slowly moved closer to the girl and stopped at about 7 feet away.
She seamlessly drifted into dreams, with the setting being a less detailed version of the courtyard, with the sounds around her entering her dream. Fidgeting and twitching, Viviana watched the world go by in her little world. The courtyard sort of morphed, with the surrounding area turning into her ideal environment, dark, sunless sky, with a light breeze. Warm air embraced her, like the tender hug of a loved one. Everything was placid, with Viviana's guard lowering, yet suddenly…
"Hello there." A voice broke through, yet it seemingly did not have origin, she looked around, her eyes darting side to side, the warm air suddenly turned cold, the sky was less dark, birds chirped, insects rattled and sung alongside. "Would you maybe be interested in playing gobstones?" This one woke Vi immediately, and she opened her eyes to now see the culprit, a girl, perhaps a first year? She seemed to have immediately regretted her decision because she was backing away.
Viviana had a wide eyed, yet groggy stare and as she looked at the girl ahead of her, rising from her corner Viviana stretched her arms above her head before settling her green eyes back on the student before her.
"You were the one that said something?" She inquired rather densely "No need to leave now, of course." Vivi sighed, it was time to get back into the grind, stifling a yawn, she slowly moved closer to the girl and stopped at about 7 feet away.
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11 Aug 2024, 15:15
Gobstones and Giggles
setting. mid-september, 2024-2025 school year with. @viviana de sanis
Now that the girl stood in front of Tziporah, she could tell very clearly that she was a Dhampir. Despite looking rather pale and groggy, the girl did have piercing green eyes that seemed to glow from within her black hoodie. Tzi couldn't help but feel intimidated, despite the girl probably not being any much older than she was.
"I'm so sorry to bother you, I truly am. The courtyard just isn't a very comfortable napping space in my opinion. Especially since it's pretty bright out." Tziporah tried to crack a smile to loosen up the tension in the courtyard. "Regardless, my name is Tziporah and I'm a first-year Slytherin. I have a pack of gobstones here and was wondering if you wanted to play. My brothers and I always try to make a habit of playing at least twice a month but our schedules haven't aligned since Hogwarts started."
Do Dhampirs even play gobstones? Tziporah found herself asking as the words fell out of her mouth. "I promise it's a lot of fun, and if you don't know how to play, I can easily teach you. I'll even give you a chocolate frog if you win." She shrugged. Bribery was bound to work.
stamina. 5 • evasion. 5 • strength. 3 • wisdom. 5 • arcane power. 4 • accuracy. 8
13 Aug 2024, 19:31
Gobstones and Giggles
Viv realized her approach wasn’t quite as nice as it should have been, when her mind “booted up” so to speak, she began to realize she couldn’t blame the girl for waking her up, she didn’t really want to move around too much…. Yet playing with a schoolmate would be a good way to make connections…decisions decisions.
Around this time, actually looking at the girl, Viviana got the feeling that her true nature was dawning on her new acquaintance. That signature yet subtle look of discomfort, most dhampirs seemed to relish it, maybe it was a source of power for them, for her however, it made her feel down, like she was some man-eating creature one should keep an eye on. She was kind of a human, wasn't she? Maybe she wasn't meant to understand.
The tension was beginning to get uncomfortable for her too before the girl, introducing herself as Tziporah, offered to play Gobstones again, now that she thought about it, it did sound like an enjoyable pass-time except- "I don't really know how to play..." she did a little smile, keeping her lips over her mouth as she smiled. This issue was addressed immediately, Tziporah offered help, 'that was a very kind gesture' Viviana thought with an internal grin. And a chocolate frog thrown in the mix?! Vivi was bought! "As long as you won't cheat, you are on."
Viviana came closer, stiff and compact in movement, though better in spirits. "I am Viviana DeSantis.
Around this time, actually looking at the girl, Viviana got the feeling that her true nature was dawning on her new acquaintance. That signature yet subtle look of discomfort, most dhampirs seemed to relish it, maybe it was a source of power for them, for her however, it made her feel down, like she was some man-eating creature one should keep an eye on. She was kind of a human, wasn't she? Maybe she wasn't meant to understand.
The tension was beginning to get uncomfortable for her too before the girl, introducing herself as Tziporah, offered to play Gobstones again, now that she thought about it, it did sound like an enjoyable pass-time except- "I don't really know how to play..." she did a little smile, keeping her lips over her mouth as she smiled. This issue was addressed immediately, Tziporah offered help, 'that was a very kind gesture' Viviana thought with an internal grin. And a chocolate frog thrown in the mix?! Vivi was bought! "As long as you won't cheat, you are on."
Viviana came closer, stiff and compact in movement, though better in spirits. "I am Viviana DeSantis.
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